Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson (23) celebrates after a defensive stop in the second half against the New York Giants at the Georgia Dome. / Daniel Shirey, USA TODAY Sports

by Mike Garafolo, USA TODAY Sports

by Mike Garafolo, USA TODAY Sports

The former Atlanta Falcons cornerback, who was released last Friday, has agreed to a three-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs, according to a person informed of the agreement between the sides. The person, who spoke to USA TODAY Sports on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been finalized, did not provide financial terms.

Robinson had the advantage of working on a new deal ahead of the start of the league year and the three-day negotiating period that begins Saturday because he was released from his contract. Unrestricted free agents whose contracts expire at the end of this league year cannot reach an agreement with a team until Tuesday.

The 30-year-old Robinson found employment on a day when many other defensive backs lost their jobs by being released.

Cornerbacks Chris Gamble (Carolina Panthers) and Aaron Ross (Jacksonville Jaguars) were among those who were cut.

Robinson has felt the sting of getting cut as well. His disappointing stint with the Falcons lasted only three years, despite his signing a six-year deal with the team after spending his first six seasons with the Houston Texans.

The Chiefs are surely banking on Robinson to serve as a capable starter opposite Brandon Flowers. It's the latest move to solidify their roster under new head coach Andy Reid, following the re-signing of wide receiver Dwayne Bowe and punter Dustin Colquitt, the placing of the franchise tag on left tackle Branden Albert and the lopping $10 million off defensive end Tyson Jackson's contract to keep him on the team.

The biggest acquisition is coming on Tuesday in the form of the trade for quarterback Alex Smith. The move will be made official once the new league year begins.